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First Children's bookstore
John Newberry opens first bookstore that publishes and sells children's books. -
First American Children's Book
Nathanial Hawthorn writes first American children's book titled, A Wonder Book for Boys and Girls. It retells stories of Greek mythology. -
Children's Labor Laws Change
First labor laws were passed that allowed children to regularly attend school, increasing the publishing of children's books and literature. -
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Children's Literature Increased
During this time, Children's literature rapidly grew and more literature was written and published. A profitable genre of books were established. -
First children's book department
Macmillan Publishing launches children's book department. -
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Modern Children's picture books are increasingly developed and created.
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John Newberry Award
John Newbery Award was established. -
First Woman Child Book Editors
Helen Dean and May Massee become the first female children's book editors. Massee eventually helps open a children's literature department at Viking books. -
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Children's Books Increase in Popularity and Importance
During this time period, children's books are becoming more important to the public. Children's books increasingly expand into libraries, schools and homes. -
Children's Book Press was Created
Due to the lack of diversity, Children's Book Press was created to produce and expose children to more diverse books. -
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Increase of Children's Literature Awards
Due to the increase of interest in children's literature in the Non fiction genre, the more awards that were being established. for example: OrbitsPitus Award and Robert F. Sibert Award. -
Michael L. Printz Award
Due to the comeback in children's and adolescent literature starting in the 1960's, The Michael L. Printz Award is established.